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Catholic perspectives set to weigh in at upcoming natalism conference
The problem of below-replacement fertility rates across the globe and possible solutions to reverse the trend will be the subject... Read more
How the McDonald’s Filet-o-Fish became a Lenten tradition in the U.S.
Known primarily for its burgers and chicken nuggets, the restaurant’s “Filet-o-Fish” sandwich is also a classic mainstay on its menu. Read more
20 years later: Terri Schiavo’s impact on the right-to-life movement
It’s been 20 years since Terri Schiavo’s feeding tube was removed, initiating the process of dehydration and starvation that would... Read more
Dome of St. Peter’s will debut new lighting for Easter
According to Vatican News, the new state-of-the-art lighting will ensure more intense and well-distributed light that “will further enhance the... Read more
Planned Parenthood shutters only facility in Manhattan after decades of pro-life prayers
The location is one where New York pro-life Catholics have frequently prayed outside. Read more
Assisted suicide is false charity with alarming consequences, bishop warns
“Assisted suicide is a false charity” with alarming consequences that must be rejected, said Bishop David Malloy of Rockford, Illinois. Read more
LIVE UPDATES: Pope Francis marks 33 days in hospital as Vatican continues prayers for recovery
Here’s the latest news on Pope Francis’ health and hospitalization. Read more
Canadian bishops condemn government proposal to strip faith groups of charitable status
The Canadian bishops highlighted in their letters to Canada’s Finance Department that “40% of all charitable organizations in Canada are... Read more
Hundreds of Deaf Catholics to gather for first-ever Deaf Eucharistic Congress
The congress, which will take place April 4–6, will bring together about 230 Catholics to pray and honor the Eucharist. Read more
Delaware halts enforcement of law targeting pro-life pregnancy centers
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings agreed to a March 17 court order that requires the state to stop any enforcement... Read more
First nitrogen gas execution in Louisiana takes place amid Catholic opposition
Jessie Hoffman Jr. was pronounced dead at 6:50 p.m. after undergoing nineteen minutes of nitrogen gas. Read more
Pope Francis gifts his Presidential Medal of Freedom to Buenos Aires cathedral
Pope Francis has gifted the Presidential Medal of Freedom awarded to him by former U.S. President Joe Biden to the... Read more
Cardinal Parolin: no discussion of resignation by Pope Francis
“I think we should go by the medical reports, because they’re the ones that tell us exactly what the pope’s... Read more
PHOTOS: Romans celebrate St. Joseph’s feast day, venerate his holy cloak
Festivities began March 9 with a vigil Mass at the parish to commence the March 10–18 novena leading up to... Read more
CNA explains: What is the Catholic Church’s newly announced 2028 ‘ecclesial assembly’?
The process will involve a multiyear “accompaniment and evaluation process” leading to a Church-wide assembly at the Vatican in October... Read more
A Vatican video game? New Minecraft edition has students restore St. Peter’s Basilica
Microsoft and the Vatican unveiled the game, “Peter Is Here: AI for Cultural Heritage,” at a press event in Rome... Read more
Maryland passes bill that would provide $25 million to fund abortion
The Maryland Senate passed a bill Monday that would allow $25 million in funding to go toward abortions. Read more
U.S. bishops call for Walking with Moms in Need program to become staple in ‘every parish’
Walking with Moms in Need is a nationwide parish-based initiative that works “to increase outreach and support to pregnant and... Read more
Pope Francis: Fear of change can be overcome with Jesus as our guide
In his prepared March 19 catechesis on “Jesus Our Hope,” the Holy Father reflected on Nicodemus’ encounter with the Son... Read more
Pope Francis: ‘Every vocation is animated by hope’
In his message for the 62nd World Day of Prayer for Vocations, Pope Francis highlighted hope as essential to authentic... Read more
